NISHE Online Professional Safety Course

48 Hours Safety and Health Training for Safety Supervisor / Safety Steward

DMRC requirements aligned online safety training course for Safety Supervisor, Safety Steward,
contractor staff, site supervisors, foremen and construction project personnel.

Online Training | Hindi + English | Assessment Based | QR-Code Verifiable Certificate by NISHE

About the 48 Hours Safety and Health Training Course

The 48 Hours Safety and Health Training for Safety Supervisor / Safety Steward
is a professional online safety course designed to develop practical site safety supervision
knowledge for construction, infrastructure, metro rail, civil, electrical, mechanical and
maintenance project environments.

This course helps learners understand safety supervision duties, hazard identification,
risk assessment, accident prevention, safety inspection, emergency response, toolbox talk,
permit-to-work system and day-to-day safety monitoring at project sites.

The programme is suitable for candidates who want to work as Safety Supervisor,
Safety Steward, Site Supervisor, Foreman, Contractor Safety Staff or HSE Support Personnel.

Who Should Join This Course?

• Safety Supervisor candidates
• Safety Steward candidates
• Site supervisors and foremen
• Contractor and subcontractor staff
• Civil, electrical and mechanical site personnel
• Construction and infrastructure project staff
• Metro rail project and maintenance staff
• Freshers looking to start a career in safety supervision

What You Will Learn

• Role and duties of Safety Supervisor / Safety Steward
• Basic legal and contractual safety requirements
• Hazard identification and risk assessment
• HIRA and hierarchy of control
• Work at height, ladder and scaffold safety
• Electrical safety and LOTO basics
• Fire safety, firefighting and emergency response
• Hot work, welding, cutting and grinding safety
• Lifting operation and material handling safety
• Excavation and confined space safety
• Plant, machinery, hand tools and power tools safety
• PPE selection, use, inspection and storage
• Toolbox talk, safety inspection and accident reporting
• Permit-to-work system and site safety documentation
• First aid awareness and welfare requirements

Course Curriculum

Module 1: Introduction to Safety and Health

Role of Safety Supervisor / Safety Steward, safety responsibilities, safety culture, unsafe acts, unsafe conditions and site safety discipline.

Module 2: Legal and Contractual Safety Requirements

BOCW Act and Rules, safety policy, site safety plan, safety documentation, training records and contractor safety compliance.

Module 3: Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment

Hazard, risk, control measures, HIRA, Job Safety Analysis, Safe Work Method Statement and hierarchy of control.

Module 4: Construction Site Safety

Housekeeping, access and egress, work at height, ladder safety, scaffold safety, excavation safety and general site controls.

Module 5: Electrical, Fire and Hot Work Safety

Electrical hazards, temporary electrical safety, LOTO basics, fire prevention, firefighting equipment, welding, cutting and grinding safety.

Module 6: Lifting, Material Handling and Machinery Safety

Manual handling, crane and lifting safety, plant and machinery safety, hand tools, power tools and traffic movement control.

Module 7: Occupational Health, PPE and Welfare

PPE selection and use, first aid awareness, heat stress, dust, noise, hygiene, welfare facilities and occupational health hazards.

Module 8: Safety Supervision and Final Assessment

Toolbox talk, safety inspection checklist, permit-to-work system, accident reporting, emergency preparedness, final quiz and assignment/viva.

Certificate After Successful Completion

After completing the required lessons, quizzes and final assessment, successful learners will receive
a Certificate of Completion from NISHE – National Institute of Safety Health and Environment.
The certificate will mention the course title, 48 hours duration, mode of training, issue date and
QR-code verification.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this course suitable for Safety Supervisor / Safety Steward?

Yes. This course is designed for candidates who want to develop safety supervision knowledge for Safety Supervisor / Safety Steward roles.

What is the duration of this training?

The total duration of this training programme is 48 hours.

What is the minimum qualification?

Minimum 12th pass / Senior Secondary is recommended for this course.

Will I receive a certificate?

Yes. After successful completion of training and assessment, learners will receive a QR-code verifiable certificate from NISHE.

Is this course DMRC approved?

This course is DMRC requirements aligned. NISHE does not claim this course to be approved, affiliated, endorsed or certified by DMRC unless written approval is issued by the concerned authority/client.

Important Disclaimer

This training programme is designed and delivered by NISHE and is aligned with commonly referenced
Safety and Health requirements for Safety Supervisor / Safety Steward competency in infrastructure,
construction and metro rail-related projects. NISHE does not claim this course to be approved,
affiliated, endorsed or certified by DMRC unless a separate written approval is issued by the concerned
authority/client.

For official project-specific acceptance, candidates should follow the concerned client or authority requirements.

Fire Technician Certification Programme

The Fire Technician Course is a job-oriented fire safety training programme designed for students, freshers, working professionals and safety career aspirants who want to work in fire safety, firefighting, emergency response and fire protection system support roles.

This course provides theoretical and practical knowledge of fire science, fire extinguishers, fire alarm and detection systems, gas detectors, hydrants, hose reels, sprinklers, PPE, SCBA, emergency evacuation, fire risk assessment and live fire drill practices.

Course Information

Practical Fire Safety Training with Career Support

NISHE focuses on practical learning, equipment demonstration, professional guidance and career-oriented fire safety training.

• Understand fire science, fire triangle and fire tetrahedron.
• Identify different classes of fire and suitable extinguishing methods.
• Operate and inspect portable fire extinguishers.
• Understand smoke, heat, flame, gas and carbon monoxide detectors.
• Learn conventional and addressable fire alarm systems.

• Understand hydrant, hose reel and sprinkler system basics.
• Use PPE, SCBA and rescue equipment safely.
• Support emergency evacuation and mock drill activities.
• Understand basic fire risk assessment and inspection procedures.
• Participate in live fire drill and emergency response simulation.

Fire Technician Course Modules

The course modules are designed to build practical and technical understanding of fire prevention, firefighting, fire detection, emergency evacuation and rescue support.

Module 1: Fundamentals of Fire and Safety

• Introduction to fire safety and the role of a fire technician
• Fire triangle and fire tetrahedron
• Causes of fire in domestic, commercial and industrial areas
• Fire spread methods: conduction, convection and radiation
• Common fire hazards in buildings and workplaces
• Basic principles of fire prevention and protection

Module 2: Classes of Fire and Extinguishing Methods

• Classification of fire: Class A, B, C, D and K/F
• Suitable extinguishing agents for each class of fire
• Water, foam, CO₂, DCP and wet chemical extinguishing methods
• Fire suppression principles: cooling, smothering, starvation and chain reaction breaking
• Selection of correct extinguisher for different fire situations
• Practical understanding of safe firefighting approach

Module 3: Fire Extinguishers – Selection, Operation and Maintenance

• Types of portable fire extinguishers
• Fire extinguisher components and working principles
• PASS technique: Pull, Aim, Squeeze and Sweep
• Safe handling and operation of extinguishers
• Visual inspection and pressure checking
• Refilling, recharging and hydro-testing awareness
• Common defects and maintenance requirements

Module 4: Fire Alarm and Detection Systems

• Introduction to fire alarm and detection systems
• Smoke detectors: optical/photoelectric and ionisation type
• Heat detectors: fixed temperature and rate-of-rise type
• Flame detectors: UV, IR and UV/IR type
• Gas detectors: LPG, CNG, PNG, methane, hydrogen and toxic gas detection
• Carbon monoxide detectors for parking areas, basements and enclosed spaces
• Multi-sensor detectors combining smoke, heat and gas sensing
• Beam detectors for warehouses, halls and large open areas
• Duct smoke detectors for HVAC and air-handling systems
• Manual call points and break-glass units
• Fire alarm control panels and repeater panels
• Hooters, sirens, sounders, flashers and strobe lights
• Conventional and addressable fire alarm systems
• Fire alarm zoning, loop wiring and device identification
• Basic testing, inspection, fault indication and maintenance procedures
• Integration with sprinklers, gas suppression systems, PA systems, lifts and emergency controls

Module 5: Hydrant, Hose Reel and Sprinkler Systems

• Introduction to fixed firefighting systems
• Fire hydrant system components and working principles
• Hose reel system operation and maintenance awareness
• Hose handling, nozzle operation and water pressure control
• Fire pump, jockey pump and diesel pump basics
• Sprinkler system components and activation principles
• Types of sprinkler heads and their applications
• Inspection points for hydrant, hose reel and sprinkler systems

Module 6: Fire Suppression Systems

• Introduction to automatic fire suppression systems
• CO₂ fire suppression system
• Clean agent suppression systems
• Foam-based suppression systems
• Kitchen hood fire suppression system
• Inert gas suppression system basics
• Safety precautions during gas discharge
• System activation, isolation and emergency response awareness

Module 7: PPE, SCBA and Rescue Equipment

• Firefighter personal protective equipment
• Fire suit, helmet, gloves, boots and face shield
• Donning and doffing of PPE
• Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus: use, inspection and safety precautions
• Rescue tools, stretchers, ladders and ropes
• Safe rescue techniques during fire emergencies
• Team safety and communication during rescue operations

Module 8: Fire Risk Assessment and Legal Compliance

• Fire hazard identification
• Fire risk assessment process
• Fire load, ignition sources and vulnerable areas
• Fire prevention and control measures
• Emergency exits, escape routes and assembly points
• Fire signage and emergency lighting awareness
• Basic understanding of NBC fire and life safety requirements
• Fire safety inspection checklist and documentation

Module 9: Emergency Evacuation and Fire Drill

• Emergency response planning
• Fire evacuation procedure
• Roles and responsibilities of fire wardens and emergency response teams
• Alarm activation and emergency communication
• Assembly point management
• Crowd control and head counting
• Mock drill planning and execution
• Post-drill review and improvement actions

Module 10: Basic First Aid and Burn Management

• First aid principles during fire emergencies
• Types and degrees of burns
• Immediate treatment for burn injuries
• Smoke inhalation response
• Electric shock first aid
• Bleeding, trauma and unconscious casualty management
• CPR basics and emergency medical response
• Use of first aid kit and fire blanket

Module 11: Live Fire Drill and Practical Simulation

• Practical use of fire extinguishers
• Hose handling and nozzle operation
• Hydrant system demonstration
• Fire alarm activation and response practice
• PPE and SCBA familiarisation
• Rescue simulation in emergency conditions
• Evacuation drill participation
• Team-based firefighting and emergency response exercise

Practical Fire Safety Training Included

Learners are trained through practical demonstrations, equipment familiarisation and emergency response activities.

Job Opportunities After Fire Technician Course

What is a Fire Technician Course?

A Fire Technician Course is a practical fire safety training programme that teaches learners about fire prevention, firefighting equipment, fire alarm systems, hydrants, sprinklers, evacuation and emergency response.

What is the duration of the Fire Technician Course at NISHE?

The duration of the Fire Technician Course at NISHE is 6 months, including classroom learning, practical demonstrations and fire safety drill activities.

Who can join the Fire Technician Course?

Candidates who have passed at least 10th class can join this course. It is suitable for freshers, working professionals, facility staff, security staff and fire safety career aspirants.

Does this course include practical firefighting training?

Yes, the course includes practical training on fire extinguishers, hydrant systems, hose handling, fire alarm systems, PPE, SCBA familiarisation, evacuation drills and emergency response simulation.

Does the course cover gas detectors and fire detection systems?

Yes, the course covers smoke detectors, heat detectors, flame detectors, gas detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, beam detectors, duct detectors, manual call points and fire alarm control panels.

What certificate will I receive after completion?

After successful completion, learners will receive a certificate titled Certified Fire Technician from NISHE – National Institute of Safety Health and Environment.

What jobs can I apply for after this course?

After completing the course, candidates may apply for roles such as Fire Technician, Fireman, Fire Safety Assistant, Fire Alarm Technician, Fire Equipment Technician, Emergency Response Team Member and Safety Assistant.

Is placement assistance available?

Yes, NISHE provides career guidance, resume support, interview preparation and placement assistance support for eligible candidates.

How can I take admission?

You can call or WhatsApp NISHE at +91 8368423452 or submit the enquiry form on this page to get admission guidance.

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